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Kildare McDonald’s to remain closed ‘until further notice’ as fire decimates premises

Fast food chain says 90 employees work at the Newbridge restaurant

It is understood the blaze started after a car that was under the restaurant's canopy went on fire, with the flames rapidly spreading to the building. Picture: Alan O’Reilly / Twitter

A McDonald’s restaurant in Newbridge will remain closed “until further notice” as a blaze is tearing through through the Co Kildare establishment.

The fast food chain has confirmed that fire and emergency services remain at the scene in Moorefield, while all customers and crew were safely evacuated from the premises. 90 crew members work in the restaurant.

It is understood the blaze started after a car that was under the restaurant's canopy went on fire, ...